MANILA, Philippines — As more government services move online under the E-Governance Act (RA 12254), the need for stable and secure data systems is becoming more critical. With transactions, applications, and records now handled across shared digital platforms, outages or slowdowns can directly affect how the public accesses essential services.
The number of Filipinos using digitally enabled government services through unified platforms or mobile applications is expected to increase by around 30 million between 2022 and 2026, according to the World Bank. The projected growth points to rising pressure on system capacity, especially during peak usage.
Recent reports noted that a surge in user activity briefly disrupted access to a government digital platform, as high volumes of simultaneous transactions pushed system capacity to its limits.
The shift is already visible. Applications, payments, and document requests are increasingly processed online, reducing the need for in-person transactions.
At the same time, internet use continues to grow, with around 98 million Filipinos now online, based on recent industry data. About 88.5% use online platforms for financial services each month. But access remains uneven, with many users relying on mobile connections and limited fixed broadband in some areas.
Synology Philippines country manager Claire Huang said, “Because more services move online, it’s no longer just about access, but how reliable these systems are in everyday use. Systems need to be secure, stable, and able to handle higher demand, especially for services people rely on regularly.”
System reliability and data protection come into focus
Systems must operate without interruption, as even brief disruptions can delay transactions and limit access to essential government services, increasing the need for stronger capacity, data protection, and recovery.
At the GOVX.0 Conference 2026, Synology discussed how agencies can strengthen resilience through reliable backup, faster data recovery and the ability to maintain operations during unexpected events.
“As the Philippines advances its digital governance initiatives, resilience can no longer be treated as a secondary consideration,” said Huang. “Government systems must be designed to handle disruptions, protect sensitive data and keep essential services available at all times. This plays a key role in maintaining public trust as more services move online.”
According to the Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2025, the Philippines ranks among the countries most affected by cyber threats globally, including ransomware, phishing, and credential theft across public and private sector organizations.
In response to these growing risks, solutions such as Synology ActiveProtect help organizations standardize recovery processes, reduce manual workloads, and respond more quickly to disruptions that can affect access to essential services.
As digital government services continue to expand, strengthening data resilience will remain essential to ensuring reliable and secure access for citizens.
